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Time to nasal revision afetr a primary Rhinoplasty

March 19th, 2012

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The time between a primary rhinoplasty and revisional surgery is dependent on what was done at the initial rhinoplasty. If the area for revision is the nasal tip I would defer surgery for six to twelve months .If the area for revision is not the tip of the nose it could be addressed depending on the problem.

RHINOPLASTY REVISION/WAIT TIME

March 19th, 2012

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It is usually suggested that a patient wait for 1 year before attempting to a have rhinoplasty revision. It takes approximately 1 year for all of the swelling to be reduced and the appearance of the nose can go through some visual changes during this time.

Revision rhinoplasty timing.

March 17th, 2012

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In order to proceed with a full revision rhinoplasty it is generally recommended to wait 1 year in order for the tissues to complete the healing process. Although, the party line is that changes continue to occur for up to year, I find that at 3 months if the patient is not happy with the outcome future changes in shape are generally insufficient to make them happy at one year. I would revisit with your initial rhinoplasty surgeon and discuss matters with that individual. If you are uncomfortable with the surgeon's handling of your concerns then I would obtain other opinions.

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